What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Veterinary Surgical and Anesthesia Technician position at Mountain View Veterinary Surgery?
Mountain View Veterinary Surgery is an integral part of the Veterinary Specialty Center, Southern Colorado’s premier referral hospital encompassing the specialty practices of internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, allergy and dermatology, orthopedic surgery, and 24-hour emergency services in a warm and welcoming environment. We handle the most complex and critical soft tissue surgical cases.
If you want to work in a friendly, cohesive team that cares for each other as much as we care for our patients, then MVVS is the perfect career fit for you.
A Brief Overview
Provides animal care by interviewing owners; reviewing care plans and records; taking vital signs; administering medications and drugs; assisting during surgeries; maintaining supplies and equipment; maintaining patient records. Supports clinic operations by assembling required supplies and instruments; completing local/regional/general anesthesia; operating and monitoring anesthetic machines; hooking-up ECG monitors; placing catheters; obtaining blood gases; maintaining sterile conditions; obtaining and verifying medications.
- 2 years or more in Veterinary Medicine required, and
- 2 years or more specifically in veterinary surgery and anesthesia experience preferred.
- Excellent communication skills with clients as well as communicating with team members.
- Ability to work energetically for the entire shift, sometimes exceeding 10 hours per day.
- Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises.
- Certified Veterinary Technician preferred but not required.
- Ability to lift objects weighing 40 pounds without assistance and objects weighing more than 40 pounds with assistance.
Insurance, Employee discount, Paid time off.
Pay depending on experience. Days are Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 7:30-5:45 (sometimes later, depending on late surgeries or discharges).